How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD123 - Please logon with language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Please logon with language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD123 - Please logon with language &1 ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD123 with the message "Please logon with language &1" typically indicates that the user is trying to access the SAP system using a language that is not supported or not configured for their user profile. The &1 in the message will be replaced with the specific language code that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Language Configuration: The user may be attempting to log in with a language that is not available in the SAP system or not assigned to their user profile.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the required language settings configured.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not have the necessary language packs installed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Log in with a Supported Language:
  
  When prompted for a language during the login process, ensure you select a language that is supported by the SAP system (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  If you have access, check your user profile settings in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and verifying the language settings for your user account.
  
  
  
  Install Language Packs:
  
  If the required language is not available, you may need to contact your SAP Basis administrator to install the necessary language packs on the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Change Default Language:
  
  If you frequently need to use a specific language, consider changing your default language in your user profile settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SMLT: Language Transport
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more information on user profiles and language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully log in to the SAP system.